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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Medical Ethics and Law

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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3 yearsDuration
£20,950Per Year (Intl)
£5,006Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Lancaster University, the PhD Medical Ethics and Law provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in law. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. The PhD in Medical Ethics and Law provides research training in core concepts and theories in the moral and political philosophy of current issues in biomedicine and health. The programme offers training in areas of the law that address these issues within national and international frameworks. We welcome applications concerning issues in reproductive ethics, environmental ethics, research ethics, clinical ethics and the donation of human body parts. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 72% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Methodologies in Medical Ethics
Bioethical Theory and Practice
Medical Law and Regulation
Reproductive Ethics and Policy
Research Ethics and Governance
Clinical Ethics and Decision-Making
International Health Law Framework
Advanced Philosophical Analysis Methods
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic58————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,950

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£62,850

Home Student Fee

£5,006

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

62%Working
10%Studying
14%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
63%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH16-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Medical Ethics and Law as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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